Expectations are high for Vandy Football this season and it all got started Monday afternoon when Derek Mason hit the microphone.

Mason, going into his fourth season as Commodore head coach, is “chomping at the bit” to see what this version of Vanderbilt Football can accomplish this season.

Derek Mason opening press conference

Mason highlighted his goals for the offensive production in the red zone. How will the defense look after key departures from last season? Also, how improved is defensive team speed? And, Ralph Webb’s shot at SEC history.

Andy Ludwig describes Vandy’s “general objectives”

The “Mad Professor” was locked in with intense focus and he told the media how he wants his offense to mature throughout fall camp. And, there’s one key word to QB Kyle Shurmur taking the “next step” this season.

Vandy Offense: Ralph Webb, Kyle Shurmur & Trent Sherfield

With all of Vandy’s returning talent, how can the offense gel and excel in 2017? Patriots’ Head Coach Bill Belchick had a big impact on Shurmur this offseason. Teammates eager to see Webb break records, while all he wants are “W’s”.